1974 Austin Marina vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 133 kg more than 1974 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1974 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1974 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Marina | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Marina | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
